David Moyes Is 'Edging Closer' to a Manchester United Exit

Mark Ogden of the Daily Telegraph suggested in his match report following yesterday's game that "it appears as though it is now a case of when, rather than if, his disastrous tenure comes to an end."

Given how appalling United's season has been, there seems little in the way of compelling reason to keep Moyes in charge. It would be a surprise if this is not a rumour which intensifies throughout the early part of the week.

This is heartbreaking news for those of us to whom Danny Welbeck is a cult hero. Fortunately, David Moyes has said “I can only tell you Danny Welbeck is really important – to me and to Manchester United,” per the club's official website.

Welbeck divides opinion amongst the United support, but his loss would be an enormous blow to the spirit of the club, given his "local lad done good" status.

Tom Cleverley to Everton?

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According to James Ducker of the Times (subscription required), Tom Cleverley, United's much maligned midfielder, is a target for Everton manager Roberto Martinez.

Ducker reports the value of the bid is likely to be around £8 million. Cleverley would not be much missed by the Old Trafford support, but his style seems an excellent fit for Martinez's possession-based approach.

Ferguson Involved in Selection of New Manager

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In spite of the disastrous consequences of United heeding his last recommendation, Sir Alex Ferguson will be involved in the selection David Moyes' successor, according to Daniel Taylor in The Guardian.

The article also says that Louis van Gaal and Carlo Ancelotti are the club's preferred candidates.

Fabregas Back on the Radar?

Following last summer's long pursuit of Fabregas, James Dickenson of the Daily Express is reporting that the Barcelona midfielder is once again on the transfer rumour scene. He is apparently of United's top four targets for the summer transfer window.

In addition to Fabregas, regular readers of the transfer tracker will be unsurprised to see the names of Toni Kroos, Luke Shaw and Edinson Cavani on the list.